About Alexander Donchenko
Alexander Donchenko is a formidable Grandmaster who has been dazzling the chess world with his dazzling speed and tactical acumen, especially in blitz chess. Known for his sharp play and fighting spirit, Alexander has proven himself time and again on the international stage.
Playing Style & Strengths
Donchenko is a blitz specialist with a keen tactical eye, boasting a comeback rate of nearly 85% and an impressive ability to win even after losing a piece. His endgame skills are honed, with a high frequency of reaching endgames in his matches. Known for patience and resilience, he averages over 80 moves in wins and doesn't give up early.
- Strong in endgames - Endgame frequency: 86%
- Average moves per win: 81
- Comeback rate: 84.72%
- Wins after losing piece: 56.96%
- White win rate: 62.53%, Black win rate: 56.95%
Notable Openings
Alexander has a diverse opening repertoire with a particular affection for the Reti King's Indian Attack (KIA), Caro-Kann Defense, and Indian Defence Knights Variation which yield high win rates in blitz games.
- Reti: King’s Indian Attack — 58.26% win rate
- Caro-Kann Defense — 63.25% win rate
- Indian Defence, Knights Variation — 68.49% win rate
- Queen's Gambit Declined: 3.Nf3 Nf6 — a stunning 79.37% win rate!
Impressive Career Highlights
Alexander Donchenko’s journey shows a steep improvement in his blitz rating, peaking at a mind-blowing 3019 in June 2025! His bullet chess rating is no joke either, soaring near the 3000 mark.
- Peak Blitz Rating: 3019 (June 2025) 3019 (2025-06-24)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2971
- Peak Rapid Rating: 2789
- Longest Winning Streak: 39 games
Quirky Facts
Alexander’s favorite time to play? Early mornings at 5 AM — a perfect moment to outwit opponents before their coffee kicks in!
- Current winning streak: 3 games
- Preferred time control: Blitz (fast as lightning!)
- Best time of day: 5:00 AM — chess before breakfast?
- Remarkably low early resignation rate at 0.4% — he fights to the end!
Rivals and Records
Alexander has faced some of the best in the business, including Hikaru and Vladimir Kramnik. Despite stiff competition, he holds positive records against various opponents, showing his adaptability and fierce competitive edge.
Interactive Chart
Witness the rapid rise of Alexander Donchenko’s blitz rating over the years: